Take this with a grain of salt, but if it happens, it'll be pretty fantastic. According to Twitch, Gary Oldman and Helena Bonham Carter have been offered major roles in the American remake of Akira. Garrett Hedlund is the front runner for the main role of Kaneda, and Gary Oldman has been offered the role of The Colonal while Helena Bonham Carter has been offered the role of Lady Miyako. Check out the character descriptions after the break. There are possible spoilers if you haven't seen the film!!!!!!! You have been warned.
